HR Analyst, Policies and Recruitment Programs

Bank of Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 92,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Bank of Canada as an HR Analyst in a dynamic role where you will lead the development and enhancement of HR policies. With a focus on data-driven insights, you'll enable recruiters to improve hiring strategies while enjoying a competitive salary, and the flexibility of a hybrid work model. This role requires strong analytical skills and a background in HR analysis.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Defined-benefit pension plan

Flexible comprehensive benefits

Extra vacation days

Incentives for meeting expectations

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant, recent work experience.
• Previous experience as an HR / Business Analyst using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Familiarity with HR-related legislation such as Official Languages and the Labour Code.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and benchmarking for HR policies.
• Leverage recruitment data for insights.
• Support ongoing review of HR policies and compliance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

College diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Tools

Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Job description

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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The Bank is committed to achieving a workforce that reflects the diversity of our country and isrepresentative and inclusive of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By living our values and prioritizing our actions to enhance equity, diversity and inclusion, the Bank ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more engaging workplace.

We make career growth and professional development a priority. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce.

Let our team know if you need accommodation or support during the recruitment process due to a disability or other reason. We can provide support in multiple ways, from using this site and submitting your application, right through to the interview process. If you are the successful candidate, you can also discuss accommodation needs when you receive your offer.

We invite you to join an organization where differences are seen as strengths and are recognized, valued and respected. We welcome all candidates to apply and strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they identify with an Employment Equity designated group (Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Women or Racialized/Visible Minorities).

HR Analyst, Policies and Recruitment Programs

Take a central role

The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.

Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.

With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers: Working Here - Bank of Canada

As an HR Analyst, you will lead and contribute to the development, review, and enhancement of HR policies and processes.

More specifically, you will:

• Conduct research and benchmarking, respond to surveys, and provide both quantitative and qualitative analytical support for a range of HR policies, practices, and processes (e.g., performance management, recruitment, guidelines).
• Leverage recruitment and labor market data from internal and external sources (e.g., Excel, Power BI, LinkedIn, Conference Board) to develop targeted insights and custom report that empower recruiters with data-driven strategies.
• Partner with the Recruitment team to track meaningful recruitment key metrics, and identify trends, enabling proactive decision-making and stronger alignment with hiring managers and HRBPs

HR Policy Improvement & Compliance

• Support ongoing review and enhancement of HR policies and guidelines to ensure alignment with best practices and legislative requirements.
• Support policy drafting, revisions, and updates driven by legislative or organizational changes.
• Take the lead in documenting and streamlining the process for policy exceptions.
• Oversee the maintenance of the high-profile Official Languages (OL) program, ensuring timely execution, compliance, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Prepare accurate and reliable reports and analyses related to the Bank's Official Language policy compliance and other external legislative requirements, ensuring data integrity and consistency. This includes insuring data integrity and advising the Data team as a data steward to support internal storytelling and strategic decision-making, while also maintaining readiness for timely and compliant external reporting.

Data Management, Stewardship & Reporting

• Serve as the data steward for Policy functions and support the data steward for the recruitment team and actively participate in the HR Data Stewardship community with the view of evolving the team’s data maturity.
• Monitoring data quality and consistency..
• Building sound process for ensuring data accuracy.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on HR metrics, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify opportunities for automating manual processes for business partners, particularly around policy compliance.
• Partner with relevant stakeholders to develop and implement efficient solutions.
• Identify opportunities to introduce AI in daily activities.

Global Mobility and Recruitment Support

• Provide analytical and reporting support to the team.
• Ensure data consistency and assist in tracking Recruitment and Global mobility-related policy compliance.

SharePoint Site Management

• Act as the primary power user and administrator for the team’s SharePoint Online (SPO) site.
• Maintain site content, structure, and user access; develop team resources and knowledge-sharing tools.

Presentation & Storytelling for Impact

• Be the go-to expert for transforming briefing notes and complex information into compelling PowerPoint presentations tailored for senior leadership and client audiences.
• Deliver visually engaging and strategically structured decks that tell a clear, powerful story and support data-driven HR decision-making.

What you need to succeed.

You have well-developed analytical thinking and problem-solving skills combined with excellent judgment. You are an effective communicator (both verbal and written), able to clearly convey your analysis and build positive relationships with various internal partners and stakeholders. You are a self-starter—innovative, proactive, and able to work independently, taking initiative and driving results to get things done efficiently. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating a strong sense of urgency and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality outcomes.

In addition, you have:

• Previous experience as a HR / Business Analyst using both quantitative and qualitative methods
• Proven ability using Excel and Power BI to work with data (creating pivot tables, graphs, filters, etc.)
• Experience using Power Point
• Comfort with AI tools and awareness of new and emerging AI capabilities
• Experience presenting the findings of analyses to key partners, including leadership and other HR teams
• Solid understanding of HR data, policies, and programs
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders or partners
• Familiarity with HR-related legislation such as Official Languages and the Labour Code

Your education and experience
This position requires a college diploma or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or related field, along with 4+ years of relevant, recent work experience.

• Any relevant combination of education and experience will be considered

Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional). If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level. Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

What you need to know

• Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
• Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
• Relocation assistance may be provided, if required
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a substantial part of each month as part of the Bank`s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of eight days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider .

• Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $92,346to $108,643 (job grade 16)
• The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 5 to 7% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (3%) for those who exceed expectations.Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
• Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
• Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position.Onlycandidates selected for interviews will be contacted.